Thompson Pump Names Sales Manager

Thompson Pump, an international manufacturer of portable diesel-drivenpumps, announces the promotion of Bobby Zitzka to the role of salesmanager.

Zitzka will oversee the corporate sales team including nationalaccounts, international sales, municipal sales and the inside salesdepartment based out of Port Orange, Fla.

Prior to his promotion, Zitzka served as the branch manager ofThompson’s Orlando, Fla., branch since 2002, where he received numerousawards including Branch Manager of the Year, Excellence in Leadership,Outstanding Achievement and several safety awards.

“Zitzka will be responsible for managing partner relationships,strategic planning, budgeting, business development, and growth into newmarkets,” said Thompson Pump vice president of sales John Farrell. “Heproved himself to be a strong leader as he oversaw the redevelopment andexpansion of our Orlando branch and managed the Central Floridaterritory for rentals, sales and service. His comprehensive industryknowledge, strong managerial skills and ability to build solid teamswill be key factors for Thompson Pump’s continued growth and delivery ofgreater value to our partners in various markets.”